Foot-in-mouth
OPINION: The Hound hears from his canine pals in Southland that an individual's derogatory remarks on social media have left them wishing they had kept their mouth firmly closed.
OPINION: The Listener's latest piece on winter grazing among Southland dairy farmers leaves much to be desired.
It presents an unfair reflection of many hardworking Southland farmers who work tirelessly to keep animals safe and dry during winter.
The article claims intenive farming in the cold Deep South could damage the image of the dairy industry.
Southland dairy industry leaders admit that a handful of farmers are still not getting winter grazing right but painting every dairy farmer in the region with the same brush isn't fair.
The article unfairly claims that most Southland cattle spend winter on paddocks that are often bare soil. Nothing could further from the truth.
OPINION: Ministry for Primary Industries' situation outlook for primary industries report (SOPI) makes impressive reading.
Sheep and beef farmers Matt and Kristin Churchward say using artificial intelligence (AI) to spread fertiliser on their sprawling 630ha farm is a game changer for their business.
Commercial fruit and vegetable growers are being encouraged to cast their votes in the Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) board directors' election.
A unique discovery by a Palmerston North science company, Biolumic, looks set to revolutionise the value and potential of ryegrass and the secret is the application of ultraviolet (UV) light.
A New Zealand company is redefining the global collagen game by turning New Zealand sheepskin into a world-class health product.
With further extreme weather on the way, ANZ Bank is encouraging farmers and business owners impacted by the recent extreme weather and flooding to seek support if they need it.
OPINION: It's official, Fieldays 2025 clocked 110,000 visitors over the four days.
OPINION: The Federated Farmers rural advocacy hub at Fieldays has been touted as a great success.